Intake/Access Case Manager

Job Title : Intake / Access Case Manager

FLSA Status : Full Time - non-exempt

Reports to : Program Supervisor

Schedule : FT, 12 : 30pm-9pm

Supervises : N / A

Closing Date : 5 / 31 / 2024

Rate of Pay : $26 / hour

Benefits : Standard; Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following :

• Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance
• Sick leave benefit 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)
• Vacation benefit 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0385 hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)
• One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)
• Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)
• Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)

Function : The Connection Center Intake / Access Case Manager position supports the provision of Coordinated Entry of social services in Colorado by providing information, referral, intake assessment, and emergency casework services over the phone, via email, video chat, and / or in person.

The Connection Center Case Manager will provide case management services using homeless diversion and prevention strategies and will also be responsible for using HMIS and Salvation Army databases to document assistances, referrals, and to track assisted households monthly, for at least one year.

Provides easy access to tailored solutions for families in Metro Denver that are experiencing homelessness, are at risk of experiencing homelessness, or who are precariously housed, to promote long term housing stability.

The Connection Center is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Answers calls for information regarding The Salvation Army’s assistance programs and other community resources.
• Focus on triaging, VISPDATs, and providing assistance as needed.
• Assess needs and identify resources to establish individual case plan.
• Connect qualified candidates with their appropriate partner agency.
• Provide tailored case management and financial assistance when appropriate.
• Documents calls accurately utilizing a computerized internal database.
• Record and track assistances in HMIS according to HUD standards.
• Completing all required assessments with households to determine program eligibility.
• Use active and compassionate communication skills.
• Maintain comprehensive case management files and statistics required by funding sources.
• Provide Emergency Services to clients over the phone in Service Extension zip codes in the Intermountain Division where there is no or limited Salvation Army presence.

Intake / Access Specific Responsibilities :

• Utilize creative approaches to resources, supportive services, and housing opportunities.
• Recognizes that a one-size fits all approach is not appropriate for those who are unhoused and instead seeks to utilize out of the box, progressive engagement approaches.
• Understands when a lighter touch rapid resolution navigation and case management focused services or more intensive resource navigation, referral and housing financial support is needed
• Assess the family situation including strengths and opportunities quickly and through ongoing rapport building.
• Ensure that all eligible households are provided VISPDATs and are enrolled in OneHome in a timely manner.
• Recognize that OneHome is not the solution for all, and work to identify any opportunity for rapid resolution responses, or alternative housing solutions outside of OneHome.
• Refer households to relevant and appropriate resources in the community, and in many cases provide warm hand offs or even more intensive support for engagement in services.
• Collaborate with Hotel / Motel Case Managers to meet the needs of clients.
• Report weekly to Lead Case Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification and Education Requirements :

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in social work, or a related field, transcripts required.
• Required one-year experience with providing casework services.
• Experience working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and educational levels required.
• Customer service experience.
• Critical thinking.
• Sound judgment and decision making.
• Skilled in working with a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.
• Must be highly motivated and a self-starter.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Background check required.
• Be supportive of The Salvation Army’s mission. Ability to reflect and model the high standards of our organization as one of the world’s most distinguished human services charitable organizations.

The Salvation Army Mission Statement :

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible.

Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Acknowledgement of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army :

I have been informed and understand The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. In my employ, I will not undermine the religious mission or religious purposes of the organization, nor will my professional conduct conflict with, interfere with, or undermine its religious programs or religious purposes.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead.

Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer.

Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.

Statement of Confidentiality : :

The Intake / Access Case Manager occupies a position of trust and is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit loyalty to The Salvation Army and the staff of the Intermountain Division in all job-related matters.

Employment at Will :

Employees of The Salvation Army are considered employees at will. This means that the employment arrangement between the employee and The Salvation Army may be terminated by the employee or by The Salvation Army at any time with or without cause.

No Salvation Army representative may change the at will employment relationship through oral or written promises.